Monday, February 20, 2012

Zebra Princess Cake & Cupcakes

Happy Birthday Madison!

One year ago today I was introduced to a little girl named Madison. I was asked by Amy McAllister to make a birthday cake and cupcakes for Madison 1st Birthday celebration. Through talking to Amy, I learned that Madi lost her mother during child birth. I felt honored to be asked to help celebrate the life of this beautiful little girl. Yet, saddened because it was also the one year anniversary of her mommy's death.

Heavenely Father blessed this sweet little angel with large amounts of love. From all who knew her, knew her mommy, and her daddy. Amy, was Madi's moms great friend. Amy has taken Madison in, whenever necessary and has helped raise this little lady. I admire Amy for her strength to lose a best friend, yet celebrate the life of her daughter.

Last month I was informed that Madison had yet another major trial. Her daddy returned to heaven to join her mommy. I didn't know either of Madison's parents, but my heart was immediately broken. How could such a small child endure such great loss? Who would take her? Who would raise her?

With the help of Madi's grandparents and Amy, she is a happy two year old - celebrating her 2nd birthday! I think of Madi and I realize how precious life is. It can be taken in an instant. We need to celebrate life, show sincere love and concern to those around us, delight in spending time with our family, and embrace one another always. For you never know.

3 comments:

The cake you made for Madison is beautiful, a perfect cake for that little princess. Madison is my grand daughter. Her daddy is my son. There are no words that can ever be said on how much we miss both Keith and Summer, and how much we all loved both. Our sweet Madi is truley a little miracle. Love you Madison, Love Grandma Nola

Julie

I am a regular girl who loves to try and be creative. I am married to a one good looking police officer of a husband who makes me laugh everyday. We have three darling kids, Cooper 8, Charlee 6, and my baby Griffin just turned 2. I find joy in all the good the world has to offer!

Tara

Of course all you Gone with the Wind fans know where my name came from. I love all things Halloween (thanks Mom), brightly colored items catch my eye, love to craft-better at replicating that creating but working on this, dabbling into sewing, wanna be foodie and chef, loves to bake-especially cupcakes right now (seriously, who doesn't like cupcakes!), reading if there is ever a spare minute, good friends, and I take pleasure in hanging out with my hubby, two kiddos and extended family.